Oklahoma knocked off number one ranked Texas 27-24 in the Red River Rivalry on 10 October 2026. Kicker Sandell nailed the field goal as time expired to seal the upset at the Cotton Bowl.
The Sooners entered the second half down but rallied to topple the nation's top team. Reporters described it as an all-time classic. It marks a stunning defeat for Texas while holding the top spot in the nation.